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At English for Nurses , supporting internationally educated nurses is not just our profession — it is personal. Our founder is an overseas nurse who began her NHS career over 20 years ago, and we have seen first-hand how language, culture and confidence directly affect patient safety. International nurses are an essential part of the UK healthcare workforce. Yet adapting to the NHS patient safety culture can be challenging without the right support. This article explains why

Here’s a page from our super helpful summary sheet of commonly used phrases and questions for healthcare professionals. This table has been really useful for our students! It includes German to English translations. When you're learning English for healthcare professionals, start with the basics and break it down into simple, manageable chunks just like this! All our courses are designed to boost clinical vocabulary, improve conversation skills, and inspire confidence! Are yo

Every month English for Nurses host a free Zoom meeting for nurses, midwives and other healthcare professionals. It’s the perfect opportunity to meet and chat with other people, share your knowledge and experience, and brush up on your English language skills. If you have any anxiety about speaking English, this is a great way to build confidence in a relaxed environment.   We call the get-togethers ’STAMMTISCH’, which is a German word for a reserved table in a pub for people

Here’s a page from our super helpful summary sheet of commonly used phrases and questions for healthcare professionals. This table has been really useful for our students! It includes German to English translations. When you're learning English for healthcare professionals, start with the basics and break it down into simple, manageable chunks just like this! All our courses are designed to boost clinical vocabulary, improve conversation skills, and inspire confidence! Are yo

The amazing events just keep on coming! Here we have another great congress where Sabine Brase, one of our great supporters, is due to speak.  The talks will cover a range of key topics including nursing management, onboarding, AI in nursing science and much more! 2 dates have been scheduled (in June and November this year). For more information, please do have a look at the flyer.

Exciting news about a nursing congress in Bremen (my old home city) organised by the German Nursing Association North West (DBfK Nordwest) on 17.03.2026!  Our great supporter, Heidrun Pundt, is one of the organisers and speakers. Full details in the flyer! Please do have a look 🙂

Here’s a page from our super helpful summary sheet of commonly used phrases and questions for healthcare professionals. This table has been really useful for our students! It includes German to English translations. When you're learning English for healthcare professionals, start with the basics and break it down into simple, manageable chunks just like this! All our courses are designed to boost clinical vocabulary, improve conversation skills, and inspire confidence! Are yo

Our next GERMAN Stammtisch for healthcare professionals will take place on 16.02.2026! As ever, the meeting is completely FREE to attend and will take place on Zoom. You can register by emailing Sabine: sabine@englishfornurses.org The meetings are perfect for any overseas nurses, midwives, doctors or other healthcare professionals who are learning German and adapting to a new culture. Why not come along, meet other overseas healthcare professionals, improve your German, and b

Sabine's new article for HealthManagement.org is now available! 'New Year Year's Resolution: Is It Really a Good Thing?' https://healthmanagement.org/c/hospital/post/new-years-resolution-is-it-really-a-good-thing In this month's article, Sabine talks about her new approach to setting new year's resolutions, both personal and professional! "At the end of 2025, I asked myself: 'Hey Missy, do you want a challenge?'. The answer was a resounding 'YES!'. Life is already challenging

Table of Contents Introduction: Why English for Nurses Matters in Multigenerational Teams English for Nurses and Generational Differences in Healthcare English for Nurses: Communication, Reflection and Patient Safety English for Nurses Strategies for Stronger Multigenerational Teams Frequently Asked Questions Key Takeaway: How English for Nurses Can Support You English for Nurses and Generational Differences in Healthcare At English for Nurses , we regularly work with nurses

Here’s a page from our super helpful summary sheet of commonly used phrases and questions for healthcare professionals. This table has been really useful for our students! It includes German to English translations. When you're learning English for healthcare professionals, start with the basics and break it down into simple, manageable chunks just like this! All our courses are designed to boost clinical vocabulary, improve conversation skills, and inspire confidence! Are yo

Here’s a page from our super helpful summary sheet of commonly used phrases and questions for healthcare professionals. This table has been really useful for our students! It includes German to English translations. When you're learning English for healthcare professionals, start with the basics and break it down into simple, manageable chunks just like this! All our courses are designed to boost clinical vocabulary, improve conversation skills, and inspire confidence! Are yo

At English for Nurses , we work closely with nurses and healthcare professionals across the world. One issue that consistently affects patient safety, particularly in surgical wards, is the relationship between nurse staffing levels, post-surgical complications, and pressure ulcer development. Understanding this link is vital not only for patient outcomes but also for effective clinical communication and decision-making. This article explores the evidence behind nurse staffin

Here’s a page from our super helpful summary sheet of commonly used phrases and questions for healthcare professionals. This table has been really useful for our students! It includes German to English translations. When you're learning English for healthcare professionals, start with the basics and break it down into simple, manageable chunks just like this! All our courses are designed to boost clinical vocabulary, improve conversation skills, and inspire confidence! Are yo

Here’s a page from our super helpful summary sheet of commonly used phrases and questions for healthcare professionals. This table has been really useful for our students! It includes German to English translations. When you're learning English for healthcare professionals, start with the basics and break it down into simple, manageable chunks just like this! All our courses are designed to boost clinical vocabulary, improve conversation skills, and inspire confidence! Are yo

Table of Contents Introduction: Why Nutrition Matters in English for Nurses English for Nurses Nutrition Tip 1: Finding Balance on Busy Shifts English for Nurses Nutrition Tip 2: Planning Ahead for Success English for Nurses Nutrition Tip 3: Eating Little and Often English for Nurses Nutrition Tip 4: Hydration and Energy Levels English for Nurses Meal Ideas: Overnight Oats English for Nurses Meal Ideas: Quinoa Salads English for Nurses Meal Ideas: Prep-Ahead Burrito Bowls Fre

A big "Happy New Year" to our friends, colleagues, and supporters. We are looking forward to seeing you all soon and can’t wait to see what 2026 brings!      Warmest wishes,    Sabine and the EfN Team.

At English for Nurses , we work with healthcare professionals every day who are committed, compassionate, and often completely exhausted. As specialists in English for Nurses , we understand not only the communication challenges nurses face, but also the physical and mental pressures of working in healthcare. This article takes a practical, honest look at self-care through the lens of English for Nurses . These New Year’s resolutions are not about perfection — they are about

At English for Nurses , we work with nursing professionals every day who balance demanding shifts, emotional labour, and long hours on their feet. Building muscle as a nurse isn’t about vanity – it’s about strength, resilience, injury prevention, and long-term health . Just as mastering English for Nurses  takes structure, consistency, and the right guidance, building muscle follows proven principles. Below, we share 6 practical secrets for nursing professionals to building m

Dear friends, colleagues and supporters, We are sending you all our warmest wishes for a very happy, healthy and peaceful Christmas. A huge “THANK YOU” for your continuing support and encouragement.  We look forward to seeing you in the new year! Best wishes,  Sabine and the EfN Team